Dale, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Dale is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 622.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
622 Population 262/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,930 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.1%
264% higher than US avg

How Dale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population622
Median Age66.2 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,930
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty45.1%
County GDP$12,873M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation10 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
CommuteN/A
Libraries7

Is Dale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dale receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Dale faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 45.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dale has a population of 622 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 66.2 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (89.2%), with 9.2% White.

Population

622
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
66.2yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 45.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,930
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$116,088

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate45.1%
264% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,748
County GDP$12,873M

Business (County)

Restaurants590
Healthcare573
Retail806
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,407
83% above US avg
In Dale, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.9% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure41.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression16.9%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate81.9%
Premature Death7,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities573

Crime Rates: Dale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Dale has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates32.5554°N, 80.7016°W
County FIPS45013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities573
Restaurants590
Retail Stores806

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home8.7%

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